Lower Triglycerides Naturally With Food and Diet

(HealthCastle.com) Triglycerides are the main form of fat in your body. It is normal that our blood contains some levels of triglycerides, as they are often the by-products of fat being broken down and digested after a meal. However, if you consume excess calories regardless from any source - carbohydrates, fats or protein - our body will transform these excess calories into triglycerides for storage as body fat. Yup! The beer belly and extra fat are indeed triglycerides! Therefore it is more common to see high triglyceride blood level in overweight or obese individuals.

Triglyceride Levels

Desirable: < 150 mg/dL (1.7 mmol/L)

High: > 200 mg/dL (2.3 mmol/L)

Very High: >500 mg/dL (5.7 mmol/L)

High triglyceride level is associated with increased risk of heart disease. For other cholesterol levels, check our Cholesterol Numbers Guide.

Why is it bad to have high triglyceride level?

High triglycerides contribute to hardening of blood vessels, which increases the risk of heart attack and stroke. The problem is, triglycerides cannot be lowered overnight, and are usually caused by multiple factors such as obesity, excessive alcohol consumption, or poorly-managed diabetes. The good news is, diet and healthy eating habits can aid lowering triglycerides.

How to Lower Triglycerides with Diet and Food

Pay attention to your cooking oil you use at home. Try to choose from these top 10 cooking oil

Cut back on deep-fried fast foods and snacks.

Ensure no ingredients in your packaged foods contains partially hydrogenated oil or other solid fats such as palm oil

Include more high-fiber foods, such as whole grains, oatmeal, seeds, and fruits, in your diet.

Cut back on sugary drinks such as soda, energy drinks, and other sweetened drinks like bottled iced tea.

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